Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
succour
verb
/ˈsʌkər/
Definition
Assistance and support in times of hardship or distress.
Examples
- During the disaster, many volunteers came to succour those affected.
- He sought to succour the victims of the storm.
Meaning
To provide help or aid to someone in need.
Synonyms
- assistance
- aiding
- support
- relief
